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Draft Scouting Report
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Summary
Nadame Tucker is an explosive, late-blooming edge rusher who broke out in 2025 after a quiet start to his career. Despite a limited football background, he shows advanced hand usage and a high-energy play style that outpaces his experience. Tucker wins with both quickness and surprising power, flashing upside as a player still scratching the surface.
About
- 2025: MAC Defensive Player of the Year; first-team All-MAC
- 2025: Tied for FBS lead in sacks (14.5)
Strengths
- Elite inside counter that consistently catches blockers off balance.
- Exceptional speed-to-power conversion off the edge.
- High-motor rusher who wins through effort and persistence.
Weaknesses
- Older prospect: Turns 26 in June 2026.
- Limited résumé with just one year of significant production.
Combine Data
- 40-yard dash: 4.73 seconds
- Vertical jump: 33.5 inches
- Broad jump: 9 feet, 11 inches
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 6-2, 247 lbs |
| Birthplace: New York, NY |
| Class: Senior |